German Word · Advanced
Fähigkeit
ability, capability
Pronunciation: /ˈfɛːɪçkaɪ̯t/
Meaning
ability, capability
Example
1932, Erich Mühsam, Die Befreiung der Gesellschaft vom Staat, in: Erich Mühsam: Prosaschriften II, Verlag europäische ideen Berlin (1978), page 255
We understand by communism the relationship of society that is based on public ownership, that allows everyone to work according to his capabilities
Practice tips
- Practice Fähigkeit out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for advanced-level learners.